[RBW] Re: Quickbeams on Ebay
Thanks. I promise to post shots of it here when complete, though I may have to wait a month or two until I can afford up to build it up. On Sep 15, 11:39 am, ed k yagen...@gmail.com wrote: Congratulations! I backed out and didn't bid. I hope it works out, please post it here On Tue, Sep 15, 2009 at 3:13 AM, Ron MH visio...@gmail.com wrote: That was my bid ! ! ! :-)) Now to build it up. I'll probably go pretty close to the current specs for a new Quickbeam. I like the idea of the Sugino double up front (actually a triple with the outer ring replaced with a guard), though I'm not fond of a high Q factor. My current ride has a TA cyclotouriste double and I'm really fond of the low tread. Decisions, decisions... Ron --~--~-~--~~~---~--~~ You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en -~--~~~~--~~--~--~---
[RBW] Re: Quickbeams on Ebay
That was my bid ! ! ! :-)) Now to build it up. I'll probably go pretty close to the current specs for a new Quickbeam. I like the idea of the Sugino double up front (actually a triple with the outer ring replaced with a guard), though I'm not fond of a high Q factor. My current ride has a TA cyclotouriste double and I'm really fond of the low tread. Decisions, decisions... Ron --~--~-~--~~~---~--~~ You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en -~--~~~~--~~--~--~---
[RBW] Re: Quickbeams on Ebay
Congratulations! I backed out and didn't bid. I hope it works out, please post it here On Tue, Sep 15, 2009 at 3:13 AM, Ron MH visio...@gmail.com wrote: That was my bid ! ! ! :-)) Now to build it up. I'll probably go pretty close to the current specs for a new Quickbeam. I like the idea of the Sugino double up front (actually a triple with the outer ring replaced with a guard), though I'm not fond of a high Q factor. My current ride has a TA cyclotouriste double and I'm really fond of the low tread. Decisions, decisions... Ron --~--~-~--~~~---~--~~ You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en -~--~~~~--~~--~--~---
[RBW] Re: Quickbeams on Ebay
With Riv selling a 65cm QB frame and fork for $1100, the one at the start of this string sounds like a steal at $699. http://www.rivbike.com/products/list/frame_specials#product=50-272 --~--~-~--~~~---~--~~ You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en -~--~~~~--~~--~--~---
[RBW] Re: Quickbeams on Ebay
on 9/13/09 7:12 PM, ed k at yagen...@gmail.com wrote: Well I've been eyeballing the 68 frame - can somebody answer some questions? My knees won't take a fixed- or single-speed, so would I lose a lot of style points for adding a derailer with a claw adapter? Is it even possible with those dropouts? How about a multi-speed rear hub? Options have been tried - http://www.cyclofiend.com/rbw/quickbeam/#qbhistory and certainly, it's a model that's open to lots of experimentation. But, if you are dead-set against single speed (or limited gearing options), is it really the right bike for your needs? Dropout spacing is 120, so you would want to confirm the needs/specs of the IG hub you are considering. I love my Bombadil, but it's not exactly nimble. How does the QB ride? Depends how you have it set up - I've found it to be excellent over a variety of applications. I've never faulted mine for nimble-ness. http://www.cyclofiend.com/ssg/2006/ssg017-cyclofiend0206.html - J -- Jim Edgar cyclofi...@earthlink.net Cyclofiend Bicycle Photo Galleries - http://www.cyclofiend.com Current Classics - Cross Bikes Singlespeed - Working Bikes Send In Your Photos! - Here's how: http://www.cyclofiend.com/guidelines The bike between her legs was like some hyper-evolved alien tail she'd somehow extruded, as though over patient centuries; a sweet and intricate bone-machine, grown Lexan-armored tires, near-frictionless bearings, and gas filled shocks. William Gibson - Virtual Light --~--~-~--~~~---~--~~ You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en -~--~~~~--~~--~--~---
[RBW] Re: Quickbeams on Ebay
On Mon, Sep 14, 2009 at 2:17 AM, CycloFiend cyclofi...@earthlink.netwrote: Options have been tried - http://www.cyclofiend.com/rbw/quickbeam/#qbhistory Yeah, I like these ideas, just what I had in mind. Is there any history about how well these experiments turned out? : ) and certainly, it's a model that's open to lots of experimentation. But, if you are dead-set against single speed (or limited gearing options), is it really the right bike for your needs? Well, maybe not, but I've been searching eBay (and craigslist, and this list) for a long time for another large frame, and so far I've found only low-end bike-boomers, and I already have one of those. I get pretty excited when I find something worth serious attention. Maybe I should just set up my old straight-gauge Fuji Royale with a 7-speed hub and see how I like that. I think I am agreeing with those who think this frame is overpriced ($699). --~--~-~--~~~---~--~~ You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en -~--~~~~--~~--~--~---
[RBW] Re: Quickbeams on Ebay
Price is relevant... how many 68cm frames do you run across? I sympathize, as I tend to be just outside the stock frame range as well. In the end it's worth what it's worth to the buyer only. Consider the price point of the complete bike, which used to be $1400 (and now $1600). How much do you think the parts kit for the QB is worth? I don't think there are nearly $700 worth of parts on these bikes, but I could be wrong. $700 for a USED frame does seem high, but it's probably not far off the mark, depending on the condition (it seems to be in decent shape). The seller also offers free shipping, so that is worth something? What else can you get for $700 in a 68cm, steel frame with nice lugs? Running an internal geared hub on the rear would require you to find something that has 120mm spacing, or you'll have to cold set the frame. Most bike shops can do this for you $25-40. My QB is a 65, I find it to be pretty nimble, but stable. Seems to have that standard sport/road feel to it. Bob H. Knoxville TN On Sep 13, 10:12 pm, ed k yagen...@gmail.com wrote: Well I've been eyeballing the 68 frame - can somebody answer some questions? You can't buy a frame-only QB, so it's hard to compare this price to a new bike. Any opinions about the price point? My knees won't take a fixed- or single-speed, so would I lose a lot of style points for adding a derailer with a claw adapter? Is it even possible with those dropouts? How about a multi-speed rear hub? I love my Bombadil, but it's not exactly nimble. How does the QB ride? Thanks! On Sun, Sep 13, 2009 at 1:36 PM, rcnute rcn...@hotmail.com wrote: My kingdom for a 56! On Sep 13, 10:16 am, Jim M. mather...@gmail.com wrote: Two Quickbeams on Ebay currently. One is a green 68cm. The other is a 62cm that has been stripped and clearcoated. Very cool looking. NFI on my part but I know folks are often looking for these. Happy with my orange 60cm QB, Jim M WC CA --~--~-~--~~~---~--~~ You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en -~--~~~~--~~--~--~---
[RBW] Re: Quickbeams on Ebay
I am in the process of buying a 64 orange QB for $1000.00 from Rivendell. Jim On Sep 13, 9:12 pm, ed k yagen...@gmail.com wrote: Well I've been eyeballing the 68 frame - can somebody answer some questions? You can't buy a frame-only QB, so it's hard to compare this price to a new bike. Any opinions about the price point? My knees won't take a fixed- or single-speed, so would I lose a lot of style points for adding a derailer with a claw adapter? Is it even possible with those dropouts? How about a multi-speed rear hub? I love my Bombadil, but it's not exactly nimble. How does the QB ride? Thanks! On Sun, Sep 13, 2009 at 1:36 PM, rcnute rcn...@hotmail.com wrote: My kingdom for a 56! On Sep 13, 10:16 am, Jim M. mather...@gmail.com wrote: Two Quickbeams on Ebay currently. One is a green 68cm. The other is a 62cm that has been stripped and clearcoated. Very cool looking. NFI on my part but I know folks are often looking for these. Happy with my orange 60cm QB, Jim M WC CA --~--~-~--~~~---~--~~ You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en -~--~~~~--~~--~--~---
[RBW] Re: Quickbeams on Ebay
Well, maybe not, but I've been searching eBay (and craigslist, and this list) for a long time for another large frame, and so far I've found only low-end bike-boomers, and I already have one of those. I get pretty excited when I find something worth serious attention. Maybe I should just set up my old straight-gauge Fuji Royale with a 7-speed hub and see how I like that. I think I am agreeing with those who think this frame is overpriced ($699). Ed: I don't think I'd let the price deter me. First, is it really that overpriced? Good bikes in this size are few and far between, and you know because you've been looking for a while, so I think you should be willing to pay a small premium. I think you should be willing to pay $150 or so extra to get this find. You will end up with a great frame that will last you a long time. If you're into flipping bikes and making money on them, that's one thing. If you want something that will make you happy for many years, spend a few more dollars. You aren't going to outfit it with the cheapest saddle, bars, running gear, etc., that you can find are you? Of course not, so don't skimp on the frame. It's an investment. Go for it. --~--~-~--~~~---~--~~ You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en -~--~~~~--~~--~--~---
[RBW] Re: Quickbeams on Ebay
I still ride my QB with the front shifting a lot. I like it. I don't ride it for long rides, because I need gears, especially low ones. My lowest with the shifting QB is 24 x 18. In the Reader description, the QB only had two front rings operated by a front derailleur with just one cog in the rear. The idea being single-speed riding with two separate modes with ability to shift modes while pedaling. After a while of use, I found that I would prefer three front rings, so that's what I have now, and I like it better. I removed the pants-guard ring. I do have a derailer in the rear, and it has no cable bolt and no shifting ability. It is only there to allow varying chainslack as I shift in the front. The reason this rear derailer is relevant to you is that this is a derailer that clamps onto the rear wheel axle, since there is no hanger on the frame. So far, there has been no problem at all with this derailer mount. -Jim On Sep 14, 2009, at 6:05 AM, ed k wrote: On Mon, Sep 14, 2009 at 2:17 AM, CycloFiend cyclofi...@earthlink.net wrote: Options have been tried - http://www.cyclofiend.com/rbw/quickbeam/#qbhistory Yeah, I like these ideas, just what I had in mind. Is there any history about how well these experiments turned out? : ) you are dead-set against single speed (or limited gearing options), is it really the right bike for your needs? Well, maybe not, but I've been searching eBay (and craigslist, and this list) for a long time for another large frame, and so far I've found only low-end bike-boomers, and I already have one of those. I get pretty excited when I find something worth serious attention. Maybe I should just set up my old straight-gauge Fuji Royale with a 7-speed hub and see how I like that. I think I am agreeing with those who think this frame is overpriced ($699). --~--~-~--~~~---~--~~ You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en -~--~~~~--~~--~--~---
[RBW] Re: Quickbeams on Ebay
u I assume that's a frame-only? I thought Grant didn't sell them like that...? On Mon, Sep 14, 2009 at 9:33 AM, jim jlst...@wisc.edu wrote: I am in the process of buying a 64 orange QB for $1000.00 from Rivendell. Jim --~--~-~--~~~---~--~~ You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en -~--~~~~--~~--~--~---
[RBW] Re: Quickbeams on Ebay
I wouldn't necessarily consider it over priced. Kind of depends on the buyer. If you have the money and want a quickbeam I'd say go for it. Not like they're making more 68's. I've got a 68cm quickbeam and am a huge fan. Definitely nimble with 32's and stripped down. I hop it over all kinds of stuff and ride it in fast rides with guys on carbon, alum, ect. Nimble enough. I would agree with cyclofiend though that if your looking to put gears on it you might consider if it's really the bike for you. BTW - I also suffer from knee issues and was surprised at how little single speed riding effected them negatively. You know, you only have one gear (actually two on QB) but you pick it. I would say my quickbeam has actually strengthened my knees. Your mileage may vary. On Sep 13, 12:16 pm, Jim M. mather...@gmail.com wrote: Two Quickbeams on Ebay currently. One is a green 68cm. The other is a 62cm that has been stripped and clearcoated. Very cool looking. NFI on my part but I know folks are often looking for these. Happy with my orange 60cm QB, Jim M WC CA --~--~-~--~~~---~--~~ You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en -~--~~~~--~~--~--~---
[RBW] Re: Quickbeams on Ebay
I ride a 68 Redwood and I know how hard it is to find tall bikes or frames and how near impossible it is to find a used tall Rivendell frame. Now that exhausts my knowledge except this: I email the guy selling the 68 on ebay. Here is the cut and paste of his response to me: Hi, Are far as I know the main difference between the geo. of the Redwood and the Quickbeam is that the top tube on the Quickbeam is 63 instead of 62. I owned both the Redwood and the Quickbeam, and the Quickbeam is slightly heavier but also more stable with a touring load. If you like the 68cm Redwood, you will like the 68 Quickbeam. I would say that the paint job on the Quickbeam is a bit more utilitarian. The only alterations needed to run front and rear derailleurs is that you have to buy a hanger for the rear derailleur (these can be bought anywhere or ordered, they clamp on to the rear drop-out. You attach it to the rear drop-out in front of the rear wheel axle. It's a bit fiddly to get the rear wheel off, but it only takes a bit of care, it's not really frustrating or anything. You also have to buy a cable stop to clamp unto the right rear chain-stay. These can be a little hard to find, but ebay could be your best bet... Suntour used to make them. Also check with your local bike shop to see if they can get one. I got one off of ebay. There are already cable guides for both the front and rear derailleurs under the bottom bracket (Rivendell use the same bb. as used on the Redwood). The front derailleur is no problem. Also, you will need down-tube shifters or bar-end shifters... if you use the latter you will need to buy one of the clamp on dual cable stops for the down-tube (Rivendell used to sell them). In short, it's not hard to do this, and everything shifts really well. No modifications except some cable stops that clamp on and the after-market clamp on derailleur hanger. Cheers, Karl Wilcox Hope that helps you. Finally, remember that rarity always results in unusual pricing because the market requires comps. If you need a tall frame and you lust for a Rivendell, don't let a couple of bucks chase you off of this or any other frame right for you. Derek(Big Old Riv Red) On Sun, Sep 13, 2009 at 7:12 PM, ed k yagen...@gmail.com wrote: Well I've been eyeballing the 68 frame - can somebody answer some questions? You can't buy a frame-only QB, so it's hard to compare this price to a new bike. Any opinions about the price point? My knees won't take a fixed- or single-speed, so would I lose a lot of style points for adding a derailer with a claw adapter? Is it even possible with those dropouts? How about a multi-speed rear hub? I love my Bombadil, but it's not exactly nimble. How does the QB ride? Thanks! On Sun, Sep 13, 2009 at 1:36 PM, rcnute rcn...@hotmail.com wrote: My kingdom for a 56! On Sep 13, 10:16 am, Jim M. mather...@gmail.com wrote: Two Quickbeams on Ebay currently. One is a green 68cm. The other is a 62cm that has been stripped and clearcoated. Very cool looking. NFI on my part but I know folks are often looking for these. Happy with my orange 60cm QB, Jim M WC CA --~--~-~--~~~---~--~~ You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en -~--~~~~--~~--~--~---
[RBW] Re: Quickbeams on Ebay
As always, a lot of great and useful info from RBW. Thanks, everybody. After careful consideration, I am. *not* buying the $699 QB frame. I know its size commands a premium, and so the price probably isn't too high. But I really can't use a single speed bike on longish rides (which are my preference). I need a range of gears. So, I would be forcing the bike into doing something it isn't really meant to do, despite what Jim Warren has done with gearing his QB. I may not be up to that much fiddling. Besides, I would need yet another set of wheels for the SS 120mm spacing, and yet another crank (single or compact double) in no time I'm in for $1000, while my triples and derailers and shifters and 8-speed wheels continue to sit around waiting for something to do. Just can't face it. I thought I might have a fling with that hot little Quickbeam, but I am gonna stick with the trusty Bomb, and the two of us will wait and see what the future brings us. Thanks again for helping me think it through! --~--~-~--~~~---~--~~ You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en -~--~~~~--~~--~--~---
[RBW] Re: Quickbeams on Ebay
I'm bidding on that 62 cm 'beam. I sure hope I can win it! I've been looking for one in that size for some time. Ron On Sep 13, 12:16 pm, Jim M. mather...@gmail.com wrote: Two Quickbeams on Ebay currently. One is a green 68cm. The other is a 62cm that has been stripped and clearcoated. Very cool looking. NFI on my part but I know folks are often looking for these. Happy with my orange 60cm QB, Jim M WC CA --~--~-~--~~~---~--~~ You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en -~--~~~~--~~--~--~---
[RBW] Re: Quickbeams on Ebay
on 9/14/09 3:34 PM, Ron MH at visio...@gmail.com wrote: I'm bidding on that 62 cm 'beam. I sure hope I can win it! I've been looking for one in that size for some time. I wasn't able to track down that auction, but bear in mind that if the earlier post is accurate, clearcoat is porous and not the same as clear powdercoat, which is the method of non-painted finish that Rivendell does. The point being that if it's clearcoated, then the metal can rust underneath that layer. - J -- Jim Edgar cyclofi...@earthlink.net Three T-shirts Now Available: I've Got Downtube Shifters... S/S T-shirt Cyclocross - More Cowbell L/S T-shirt One Cog - Zero Excuses L/S T-shirt http://www.cyclofiend.com/stuff Cyclofiend Bicycle Photo Galleries - http://www.cyclofiend.com Current Classics - Cross Bikes Singlespeed - Working Bikes --~--~-~--~~~---~--~~ You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en -~--~~~~--~~--~--~---
[RBW] Re: Quickbeams on Ebay
Here's a link to the completed listing -- sold for $825! And it is clear powdercoated. http://cgi.ebay.com/Rivendell-Quickbeam-Clear-Powdercoat-62cm-Beautiful_W0QQitemZ140344695802QQcmdZViewItemQQptZRoad_Bikes?hash=item20ad321bfa_trksid=p3286.c0.m14 On Sep 14, 8:01 pm, CycloFiend cyclofi...@earthlink.net wrote: on 9/14/09 3:34 PM, Ron MH at visio...@gmail.com wrote: I'm bidding on that 62 cm 'beam. I sure hope I can win it! I've been looking for one in that size for some time. I wasn't able to track down that auction, but bear in mind that if the earlier post is accurate, clearcoat is porous and not the same as clear powdercoat, which is the method of non-painted finish that Rivendell does. The point being that if it's clearcoated, then the metal can rust underneath that layer. - J -- Jim Edgar cyclofi...@earthlink.net Three T-shirts Now Available: I've Got Downtube Shifters... S/S T-shirt Cyclocross - More Cowbell L/S T-shirt One Cog - Zero Excuses L/S T-shirthttp://www.cyclofiend.com/stuff Cyclofiend Bicycle Photo Galleries -http://www.cyclofiend.com Current Classics - Cross Bikes Singlespeed - Working Bikes --~--~-~--~~~---~--~~ You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en -~--~~~~--~~--~--~---
[RBW] Re: Quickbeams on Ebay
My kingdom for a 56! On Sep 13, 10:16 am, Jim M. mather...@gmail.com wrote: Two Quickbeams on Ebay currently. One is a green 68cm. The other is a 62cm that has been stripped and clearcoated. Very cool looking. NFI on my part but I know folks are often looking for these. Happy with my orange 60cm QB, Jim M WC CA --~--~-~--~~~---~--~~ You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en -~--~~~~--~~--~--~---
[RBW] Re: Quickbeams on Ebay
Well I've been eyeballing the 68 frame - can somebody answer some questions? You can't buy a frame-only QB, so it's hard to compare this price to a new bike. Any opinions about the price point? My knees won't take a fixed- or single-speed, so would I lose a lot of style points for adding a derailer with a claw adapter? Is it even possible with those dropouts? How about a multi-speed rear hub? I love my Bombadil, but it's not exactly nimble. How does the QB ride? Thanks! On Sun, Sep 13, 2009 at 1:36 PM, rcnute rcn...@hotmail.com wrote: My kingdom for a 56! On Sep 13, 10:16 am, Jim M. mather...@gmail.com wrote: Two Quickbeams on Ebay currently. One is a green 68cm. The other is a 62cm that has been stripped and clearcoated. Very cool looking. NFI on my part but I know folks are often looking for these. Happy with my orange 60cm QB, Jim M WC CA --~--~-~--~~~---~--~~ You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en -~--~~~~--~~--~--~---
[RBW] Re: Quickbeams on Ebay
In my opinion, the asking price of $700 for a 2004 QB frame only seems high. I may be wrong. Bill In a message dated 9/13/2009 10:12:35 P.M. Eastern Daylight Time, yagen...@gmail.com writes: Well I've been eyeballing the 68 frame - can somebody answer some questions? You can't buy a frame-only QB, so it's hard to compare this price to a new bike. Any opinions about the price point? --~--~-~--~~~---~--~~ You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en -~--~~~~--~~--~--~---
[RBW] Re: Quickbeams on Ebay
Consider a 3, 7 or 8 speed internal geared hub for it. They're the perfect bike for such an adaption. The price is a bit high, but if it's what you want and you can't find it elsewhere... On Sun, Sep 13, 2009 at 7:12 PM, ed k yagen...@gmail.com wrote: Well I've been eyeballing the 68 frame - can somebody answer some questions? You can't buy a frame-only QB, so it's hard to compare this price to a new bike. Any opinions about the price point? My knees won't take a fixed- or single-speed, so would I lose a lot of style points for adding a derailer with a claw adapter? Is it even possible with those dropouts? How about a multi-speed rear hub? I love my Bombadil, but it's not exactly nimble. How does the QB ride? Thanks! On Sun, Sep 13, 2009 at 1:36 PM, rcnute rcn...@hotmail.com wrote: My kingdom for a 56! On Sep 13, 10:16 am, Jim M. mather...@gmail.com wrote: Two Quickbeams on Ebay currently. One is a green 68cm. The other is a 62cm that has been stripped and clearcoated. Very cool looking. NFI on my part but I know folks are often looking for these. Happy with my orange 60cm QB, Jim M WC CA -- Cheers, David Redlands, CA Bicycling is a big part of the future. It has to be. There is something wrong with a society that drives a car to workout in a gym. ~Bill Nye, scientist guy --~--~-~--~~~---~--~~ You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en -~--~~~~--~~--~--~---
[RBW] Re: Quickbeams on Ebay
Hey, the seller has 531 feedback ratings... I think it's a sign that you need to buy it! On Sun, Sep 13, 2009 at 7:25 PM, David Estes cyclotour...@gmail.com wrote: Consider a 3, 7 or 8 speed internal geared hub for it. They're the perfect bike for such an adaption. The price is a bit high, but if it's what you want and you can't find it elsewhere... On Sun, Sep 13, 2009 at 7:12 PM, ed k yagen...@gmail.com wrote: Well I've been eyeballing the 68 frame - can somebody answer some questions? You can't buy a frame-only QB, so it's hard to compare this price to a new bike. Any opinions about the price point? My knees won't take a fixed- or single-speed, so would I lose a lot of style points for adding a derailer with a claw adapter? Is it even possible with those dropouts? How about a multi-speed rear hub? I love my Bombadil, but it's not exactly nimble. How does the QB ride? Thanks! On Sun, Sep 13, 2009 at 1:36 PM, rcnute rcn...@hotmail.com wrote: My kingdom for a 56! On Sep 13, 10:16 am, Jim M. mather...@gmail.com wrote: Two Quickbeams on Ebay currently. One is a green 68cm. The other is a 62cm that has been stripped and clearcoated. Very cool looking. NFI on my part but I know folks are often looking for these. Happy with my orange 60cm QB, Jim M WC CA -- Cheers, David Redlands, CA Bicycling is a big part of the future. It has to be. There is something wrong with a society that drives a car to workout in a gym. ~Bill Nye, scientist guy -- Cheers, David Redlands, CA Bicycling is a big part of the future. It has to be. There is something wrong with a society that drives a car to workout in a gym. ~Bill Nye, scientist guy --~--~-~--~~~---~--~~ You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups RBW Owners Bunch group. To post to this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch@googlegroups.com To unsubscribe from this group, send email to rbw-owners-bunch+unsubscr...@googlegroups.com For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en -~--~~~~--~~--~--~---
